"Somebody else that feels the same somewhere
There's gotta be somebody for me out there"

Well...love me or hate me for what’s coming!

I’m basically a single dad with 3 amazing young children, ages 4, 6 and 8. They’re with me 70-80% of the time.

I’ve met some great women here, but also perhaps too many who feel the need to rush into a fully committed relationship. Do I want to find someone special to share those 3 little words with? Damn straight I do!

But I’m so far from the type of father who could leave their babies at the side of the road in the pursuit of love. And therein lays my dilemma. Dedication to my kids unfortunately means dad has to take a back seat for a while. And that’s absolutely okay with me. Sacrifice is something most seem to have no knowledge of. Not over here!

And I’ve become a wee bit busy of late with new business projects I just can't seem to say no to. Need that gratification I guess!

Sooo…my female friends have suggested to me that I need a “companion” or “lover” style relationship. After serious thought, I might have to agree.

Still with me?

I’m not looking for intimate encounters. I’m not looking for one nighters or drive bys or booty calls.

I’m looking for someone who may be in the same situation.

I want to go out and enjoy life with someone. I want the dinners and the theater and the cultural events. I want to hang out. I want to talk about life. And I really need to reawaken the sensual being I am.

I don’t want or need the pressure and expectations of a typical boyfriend/girlfriend type of relationship. I just want to have fun and excitement and outings and of course mind blowing sex with one special lady when we make the time for each other.

I want a relationship to grow at it’s own pace, not hurried. I do have 3 kids that I really need to be concerned about. I want a relationship to take on a life of its own, not some preplanned fairy tale dream that someone’s chasing and forcing. Let it be!

Other than that…I’m an intelligent, athletic, successful, outgoing, happy guy.

I’m 47, but never have and never will feel older than 30 at the most. Well I hope! Maybe mid twenties? I take care of myself, stay quite active and try to exercise when I can. Not as buff as I was 20 years ago, but no gut either. 25 year olds have a hard time keeping up to me on the ice and other endeavors. I actually jump out of bed every day. I come from a family of Peter Pans.

I’m described as handsome and charming. Pushing 6’3, 215 lbs. Big guy, big brown eyes, big smile. Brownish/blondish hair with gray that I hide! Not model looks, but not bad. Clean shaven. Well dressed or barefoot, makes no difference to me. Very outgoing, flirty and friendly. Smarter than the average ranger.

I’m very well traveled. I retired at 40 but can’t sit still too long so I keep my fingers in a multitude of pies.

Not interested in the lime light. I prefer to fly under the radar.

I still run through sprinklers. I play with my kids and I coach their sports; I’m not a bench rider.

I fight for the underdog. Me and politics are at odds. Same goes with grammar. I can fix anything. Almost.

Moonlight skinny dipping paired with a sweet German Riesling. Nude sun tanning.

I m a leader, but a crappy boss. I give people too much rope. Some hang themselves.

I relish the experiences I’ve had the opportunity to live. Hopefully I’ve learned from them! Life’s about that.

I have manners. I open doors and I walk on the traffic side. I brush my teeth and I floss. I don’t fart in front of women. I used to be a metro sexual but my kids saved me.

I’m an open book. Ask and I’ll tell, but make sure you want to listen for a while as I can get detailed and derailed rather easily.

I don’t like liars. I’m refined but I love proper use of swear words. I know fashion, but have been introduced in some of the biggest board rooms in America in cut off shorts and sandals. That’s just me. But you can dress me up and take me out. Love fashion shows.

I hate politics. I love travel and new cultures.

I love the sun. I’m the one that actually does walk on the beach, not pretend I do. I love water and I love boating. And old Chevies.

Starbucks spikes their drinks to addict you. When, oh when will they build one near me?!

In this day and age, why do people still smoke? Gadzooks! Wish I had more time to read. Love to write.

I love to smile and am great at making others do the same. They used to pay me for it and I will make you laugh. A lot.

I try to eat healthy, I recycle and I’m greatly concerned about our environment. Always have been.

I am very comfortable in my own skin, where I’ve been, where I’m at and where I’m going.

I’m a chameleon with confidence. I can adapt to any situation. My word is gold.

I have a lot of senses, eleventeen I think. Hour long deep kisses rule! Fingernail caresses…I’m extremely sensual…

I’m looking for someone very special. Just one someone.

You must be able to stimulate my mind as much as my soul, my body and my eyes. I like slender or slim ladies. I like fit. I love full lips. And a great butt.

You don’t have to play sports or go to the gym. But they’d earn brownie points!

Age is largely irrelevant to me, but you need a very youthful heart. I am very young at heart, very playful. I think for that reason, younger woman have always worked better for me. I'm not the typical guy that turns 40 and lets it all go, so if you're over 40; I need the same.

Communication is the key for me. You need to be able to talk about anything and express your own thoughts and feelings, not someone else’s. I respect that immensely, even if I don’t agree.

I like progressive thinkers. Impress me with your heart and down-to-earth attitude. I don't care what you do for a living as much as I care what you do as a kind, caring, compassionate, COMMUNICATING human being.

I love care free, positive attitudes. I like girly girls. Soft and feminine. I prefer long hair, and olive skin, but they’re not deal breakers. You do have to have a great smile though! Sorry!

Someone who can make decisions, knows when to take the lead, what they want, how to get it, not afraid to do it.

Self confidence is very appealing to me.

At the risk of sounding arrogant, I’m not average, I know what I have to offer and average doesn’t work for me.

But remember… I ain't poifect and you ain't neither!

Am I asking too much for the type of relationship I need in my life at this time? You tell me!

And sorry; no picture, no reply.

I got me a car, it's as big as a whale
and we're headin' on down
To the Love Shack
I got me a Chrysler, it seats about 20
So hurry up and bring your jukebox money...

First date... well, that's a lot different than a first meeting. Have to meet first, do the chemistry test thing. I like quiet spots with few distractions for a first "meeting". If there are sparks, then a date is in order and the sky's the limit. I don’t care where or what…if we make it to a date I’m more interested in looking in your eyes, listening to your voice and watching you beam than anything else. If we fit, we’ll have fun with anything, but I’d much rather be outside doing the different.

"Mama always told me not to look into the eyes of the sun
But Mama, that's where the fun is"
Bruce Springsteen (yup...not Manfred Mann)

"Reader, suppose you were an idiot. And suppose you were a member of Congress. But I repeat myself."
Mark Twain

"We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things, because we're curious and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths."
Walt Disney

I awoke last night to the sound of thunder
How far off i sat and wondered
Started humming a song from 1962
Ain't it funny how the night moves
When you just don't seem to have as much to lose
Strange how the night moves
With autumn closing in